
J. Alexander's Restaurant
255 E Basse Rd Suite 1300, San Antonio, TX 78209
About J. Alexander's Restaurant - steak house in San Antonio, Texas
Restaurant chain serving wood-fired American fare in a contemporary space with a bar.
Customer Review Summary
J. Alexander's Restaurant is highly praised for its excellent service and diverse menu options. Mark Anthony received specific commendation for his professionalism and attentiveness to first-time guests. Diners rave about signature dishes like Steak Maui, the veggie burger, and the spinach queso, with many appreciating the quality and flavor of the food. The restaurant maintains consistency in its food quality over the years, and drinks like the lemon drop martini and midnight margarita are well-received. Some guests did report issues, particularly with the quality of the prime rib and certain appetizers, but overall experiences were positive. Servers are noted for being helpful and friendly, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. Desserts, especially the carrot cake and key lime pie, received high marks from multiple reviewers. The ambiance and dining experience generally receive praise, making it a recommended spot for both casual dining and special occasions.
Key Features
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
Shauna McAdory
Awesome restaurant - service was excellent (Mark Anthony was prefect, professional, knowledgeable, patient (1st time guests, we had several questions), helpful, friendly, and great follow-up… there are plenty of menu options. Steak Maui was sheer perfection, (tender and flavorful), the veggie burger was hands down one of the best I ever had. I have had several through the years at different restaurants in several different states… food network needs to come and highlight this one… J Alexander has managed to take the veggie burger to next level main character vibes! So, I have been searching for tasty fries for years, literally, it is near impossible to find real delicious fries… well, things are brighter because I found them here… YUMMY! Thank you for an all around great dining experience. The young man who took our reservations was great also, recently hired, but his friendliness and willingness to answer questions made me want to try the restaurant and I’m so glad we did!
Johnny 5
Consistency is the word with J. Alexander’s. I’ve been coming to this location since 2010 and literally everything tastes and amazes me as it did back then. I always order the spinach queso as an appetizer and it never disappoints. Normally, I order the lemon drop martini (totally recommend) but this time I got the midnight margarita. Again, this margarita is 100%. So tasty and so on point. Service was excellent for a busy Saturday night. All their staff works together and helps move things along with re-fills and pre-bussing the table. I always order the French Dip sandwich, classic and incredible 10/10. My friend ordered the Steak. Cooked to perfection great quality cut of meat. I can never come here without ordering a slice of their warm carrot cake. I dream about this cake. Everything here is served with the utmost detail. 10/10 for everything. I will always recommend and come back to this place.
Esmer Gutierrez
First time here! Will be back!! Sunday shopping for my new spot at the Quarry after a search for steak near me. J.Alexander’s was the Google suggestion, right across the street from the new HomeGoods. Worked out! Started with a Wedge Salad, the lettuce was fresh and crisp, dressing was one of the best and creamiest blue cheese I’ve had. Definitely a top 5! Followed with the Prime Rib accompanied with the smashed potatoes. Potatoes were delicious, and perfectly seasoned. Prime Rib could use some quality improvement. Unfortunately the excessiveness in nerve and rough fatty was far from what a prime rib should be, needless to say I will be back. My server “Joshua” was super helpful and even offered to replace my steak but all in all it was a great experience that ended with one of the best key lime pie slices I’ve ever had. Therefore 5 stars is a must for this place.
Parsa Yousefi
Worst steak I've ever had in my entire life was in this restaurant. My wife and I reserved this place for new year's eve hoping to have a great time based on recommendations of this place. First of all when we were seated the table was at an area that was literally dark. Even the waiter had issues taking a picture of us. We ordered grilled artichoke as appetizer and what we got was literally at the size of a mini tree (entire artichoke) 90% of which was waste. At the end of the day what I got out of a $16 appetizer was 2 artichoke heart. It was horrible appetizer. For main course I ordered a medium well temp prime rib steak but what I got was literally raw. 30% of that 12 oz steak was fat and the other portion was almost impossible to eat (like chewing gum). You don't expect to get chewing gum out of a $40 medium well steak. We wanted to order some desert but turns out the restaurant does not have any item printed in their menu for desert and the waiter just counted like 3 items in their deserts. I had such a high hope going to this restaurant but maybe new year's eve is not their best time. I definitely do not recommend going to this restaurant considering their price values.
Kamilah Harrison
Stopped in for a quick lunch. I ordered the Thai Kai salad and the flavor was bursting, plus it was very filling for a salad. Also our server Shawn was very friendly and gave great feedback on my questions about some of the menu items. Update 12/12/2024: Back in for dinner, I had to add some updated pics. Forgot to get our dinner pics, but the Filet Mignon is amazing! And I loved the Smoked Salmon Dip and Deviled Eggs.
C H (Nina Joe)
My husband I had a reservation and they greeted us and took us right to our table! Milo/our server was amazing and recommended some great food! Service and food were excellent! Order the strawberry Lemon drop I highly recommend it 🍸
John Powell
Favorite of San Antonio flame cooked artichokes are a Notoriety for this place and they are yummy 😋 Prime Rib always perfected… I suggest have them put grill marks on your order, does not have to cha he your choice on done. ✔️ Being a Cigar connoisseur I have (as long as your not being a jerk outside to others … found them to no mind an after dinner smoke on the patio. But one one down wind … easy to understand why and respect the common area for all. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️+
Christina Benavidez
10/10.. it was my 1st time going. Katelyn our waitress helped up pick out appetizers and was very attentive. Service was great. Food was delicious. Would definitely come again.
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